Catherine Rodriguez

Collaborative, strengths-based therapy for life changes

LMHC New York

Experience: 3 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Family, Intimacy-related issues
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages: English, Spanish

About Catherine

Catherine Rodriguez is a licensed mental health counselor practicing in New York with three years of professional experience. She focuses on helping people navigate stress, high anxiety, family conflicts, relationship and intimacy difficulties, and a variety of life changes.

Background and approach

Catherine frames clients as the experts in their own stories and builds on each person's strengths as the foundation for change. Her approach blends practical skill-building with explorations of meaning and motivation, drawing on methods such as cognitive behavioral strategies, acceptance and commitment techniques, and client-centered listening.

She also brings attention to topics like body image, codependency, communication struggles, compulsive behaviors, and issues around attachment and forgiveness. Catherine aims to support and empower clients through compassionate collaboration while helping them develop tools to manage symptoms and pursue more satisfying relationships and goals.

Approaches that translate well to online therapy

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying patterns of thought and behavior that contribute to distress and then practicing concrete strategies to change them. It is often used for anxiety, depression, compulsive behaviors, and trouble managing stress. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify values, accept difficult internal experiences, and take committed action toward meaningful goals; it can be helpful for anxiety, obsessive patterns, and life transitions. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, active listening, and collaboration so that clients can explore their goals at their own pace while feeling heard and understood.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapy process, and Catherine works together with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She draws from different techniques as appropriate and tailors the plan through ongoing conversation and feedback.

Online formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging offer flexibility for scheduling and make it easier to maintain continuity of care from different locations. These options allow licensed professionals to provide regular support, skill-building, and coaching in ways that accommodate work, family, and other commitments.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Catherine commonly address?

Her practice covers stress, anxiety, family and relationship issues, intimacy-related concerns, self-esteem and addictions, as well as trauma, eating and parenting challenges.

What therapeutic style can I expect in sessions?

She uses a collaborative, strengths-based style that incorporates cognitive behavioral techniques alongside acceptance and client-centered approaches and mindfulness when helpful.

How much clinical experience does she have?

Catherine has three years of professional work experience as a licensed clinician in New York.

What are her credentials and where is she based?

She is licensed as an LMHC and holds the NY LMHC 013538 registration; her practice is located in New York.

Can I work with her in a language other than English?

She speaks English and Spanish and is able to offer services in either language for clients who prefer one over the other.

What session formats are offered?

Sessions are available via video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different needs and schedules.

How are fees and billing handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with Catherine?

To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesSelf esteem

Also works with

AddictionsRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseEating disordersParenting issuesCareer difficultiesDepression Coping with life changesCoaching

Additional focus areas

Attachment issuesBody imageCodependencyCommunication problemsDependent personalityEating and food-related issuesForgivenessImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPersonality disordersPhobiasSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

3+ years

Licensed

New York

Languages

English, Spanish